Nico Collins Injury Update: Latest on Texans Star WR's Status for Monday's Game vs Cowboys

Texans' Nico Collins doubtful for Monday Night Football matchup against the Cowboys

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins is doubtful to play in the team's Monday Night Football game against the Dallas Cowboys, per head coach Lovie Smith. Collins injured his groin in the Texans' Week 10 loss to the New York Giants and did not practice this week.

Collins has emerged as a key target for rookie quarterback Davis Mills

This is a tough blow for the Texans, as Collins has emerged as a key target for rookie quarterback Davis Mills. In 10 games this season, Collins has caught 33 passes for 429 yards and two touchdowns. He has also been a reliable target on third down, converting 12 of his 20 targets.

Texans will likely turn to Chris Conley and Brandin Cooks to pick up the slack

In Collins' absence, the Texans will likely turn to Chris Conley and Brandin Cooks to pick up the slack. Conley has 22 catches for 291 yards and two touchdowns this season, while Cooks has 39 catches for 538 yards and three touchdowns.

Texans face a tough test against the Cowboys defense

The Texans will face a tough test against the Cowboys defense, which is ranked eighth in the NFL in yards allowed per game. The Cowboys have also recorded 27 sacks this season, which is tied for fourth in the league.

Texans will need to find a way to generate offense without Collins

The Texans will need to find a way to generate offense without Collins, who has been one of their most productive pass-catchers this season. Mills will need to spread the ball around to his other receivers and get them involved in the game. The Texans will also need to establish a running game to take some of the pressure off of Mills.

Texans are hoping for a better outcome against the Cowboys

The Texans are hoping for a better outcome against the Cowboys than they had against the Giants. The Texans lost to the Giants 24-16 in Week 10 and were held to just 248 yards of offense. The Texans will need to play much better on both sides of the ball if they want to have a chance to beat the Cowboys.